Fritto di Pesce
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If you’re looking for a delicious yet nutritious meal for your little one, why not try Fritto di Pesce? This Italian classic uses tender pieces of sustainable seafood, lightly battered and fried until crunchy and golden. Serve with a freshly-made dipping sauce for extra flavour and finger food fun for toddlers! Perfect for those who are looking for the perfect meal for their toddler! With this easy, healthy and tasty dish, your toddler will be sure to have a meal to remember.
General Information
- Servings: 5
- Keywords: Fried Fish, Fritto di Pesce, Fish Dish, Italian Dish
- Calories: 700
- Protein: 60 g
- Carbs: 32 g
- Fats: 22 g
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 500g White Fish Fillets
- 170g Gluten Free Flour
- 1 Big Egg
- 2tbsp Olive Oil
- 1tbsp Chopped Parsley, to garnish
- 1l Sunflower Oil, for frying
Directions
- Start by preparing the fish fillets. Cut into 1cm cubes
- Wash and pat dry the fish cubes.
- Crack the egg in a separate bowl and mix lightly with a fork.
- Measure out the gluten free flour into another bowl.
- Dip the fish cubes into the egg mixture and then the gluten free flour. Make sure they are completely coated.
- In a large pan, heat the sunflower oil. When it is hot, drop the fish cubes, one by one. It is best to fry a few at a time, so they retain their crispiness.
- Fry the cubes until they are golden brown on both sides.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the cubes and place on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
- Serve the fried fish cubes on a plate and garnish with parsley and a sprinkle of oil.
Pro Tip: When you make this dish for your children, don’t forget to tell them the ancient Italian proverb: “Il pesce fritto non fa mai una brutta figura!” (“Fried fish never makes a bad figure!” :wink: )
Recommended Sides
- Roasted Vegetables
- Whole Wheat Pasta
- Warm Salad